Itchy Stitchin’ Finger

Thanks to some lovely ladies who de-stashed for me, and a good cause, I am working on scarves for the Red Scarf Project.  The scarves have to be sent to the Orphan Foundation of America in January. So I am on a mission, and out to solve the not so age old mystery.  How many scarves can Aden crochet in one month?

I like the feeling you have, after just finishing a project.  I wish it would not go away, but it will, and I will find myself stitching like crazy to get that high again. Oh my god I am a crochet junkie!

 Anyway, I finished a skinny scarf, that will soon be on it’s way to NYC.

 Here is our model Pooh, showing off the very girly, fuzzy edged skinny scarf.

I got myself an N hook yesterday, with the idea that I am going to make a hat. Something that someone can wear, instead of stupid potholders. (yeah I am in my frustrated over the craft mode…again)

I gave it a shot today, got out two colors and tried to work with it, and a huge hook.  Yeah…this might not happen right away. If it does happen it is going to be a chunky scarf first.  I am tempted to just give up on the idea of a hat at all. For right now.

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There are times when I tend to have a very addictive personality. Sometimes these addictions can be good, and sometimes not so good. In the past few days I have found quite a few things I would be happy to be addicted to.

The first one being the band 30 Seconds to Mars. Lead by the very lovely Jared Leto, who I am convinced is sipping from the same water as Dick Clark.

The second thing is scrumbling. Which is freeform crochet. Crazy yarny works of art. You can see some cool examples at this site.  I started working on a piece tonight, and found it very liberating and fun.

Of course there is the one not so good for me thing.  My boyfriend brought me a sweet from Target the other day, and gave me a Ritter Chocolate bar.   I don’t think I could find the correct words on just how damn good this candy bar is.  The one I had was a relgious experience, and next time I can get one, I am going to try the expresso flavor.

There is nothing like a big stream of conscious, early morning, before coffee post to make up for lack of posting!

This past weekend was very fun. I had the Knit Out and Crochet in south Austin on Saturday, and then the Knitting/Crochet meetup on Sunday.  I am worried that on both occasions I made a total ass of myself. Especially on Sunday. My mouth got ahead of me, I was just so happy to have a group of people to hang out with. 

On Saturday I walked away with a pretty ball of yarn from Bluebonnet Yarn Shoppe. I have some knitting needles as well. Someone sat down and taught me how to knit. It went great, until I got home and forgot everything I was taught!  I might try again, but right now my mind is focused on getting some projects done.

The lapghan I am working on is now to my knees. That is progress!  I have started, frogged and restarted a scarf four times already.  I think this time around it is looking right. At least I hope so. It will be a Longhorns colored scarf when it is done.

I have the urge to start a scrapghan to use up my stash. (So I can buy more…mwuahahaha) I may end up starting that today, just to have more projects in the works. In case I get bored.

All of this crochet has really helped me deal with some stress lately. (money stress mostly) I am really glad I taught myself. People also seem to think it is cool that I have jumped whole hog into this hobby. (Secretly it is because they want stuff) 

I have a weekend off, you know like people do that have real 9-5 jobs. Thankfully I know what to do with myself, and of course it involves crochet.

Today is the 2006 Austin Knit Out and Crochet Too.  I will be hanging out with all kinds of fun yarny type people. I may even try my hand at knitting.  Yeah we will see how that goes.

Tomorrow is another knitting/crochet meetup.  I need to make some yarny friends before I drive the people I live with totally insane.  

Someone at work thought it would be a good idea to bring a coffee pot to work. It’s a slightly contraban situation. Technically we are supposed to have a mini fridge and microwave. Period. They talk about fire hazards, and how the break area is not a kitchen. They are telling this to people who spend 30 to 60 hours a week in this place.  This is where I just shake my head and move on.

Coffee. I love coffee. I used to drink too much. I was trying to get better. Now I can make it there. Although after tonight, I am not sure the girls will let me make the coffee. I make it strong.  They had to add water to it.  What can I say, I make Army coffee.

On the crochet front I have been busy. I made one scarf, that was too short, so I am going to add more too it, and then finish the fuzzy edging.

I made a half dozen bracelets. Someone posted a neat pattern on Crochetville. They work up really quick, and are very cute.  

Now I am just working on the lapghan I really need to finish, and a skinny scarf. (orange and black for Hallowe’en) I hope the scarf is done by Saturday so I can wear it to the Knit Out & Crochet Too.  

I made a killing at Hobby Lobby yesterday. (*kisses her 40% off coupon*)   I got two hooks, two balls of Sugar N’ Cream cotton yarn. (I love this stuff)  and a bag of poly fill, for $5.00! With hooks being half off, it was hard for me to buy just two.

Now my work in progress list has grown. I am still working on two scarves. One I am happy to say is a bit more than 3/4 of the way done.  The other one is waiting until I can get more wool.  I started making some ROAK gifts as well with my new cotton yarn.  I really want to get cracking on some granny squares as well.

I am checking out two Goodwill’s today, maybe three. Hopefully one of hem will have some yarn. I am hoping for even just a little, but part of me wants to find another bag full.  

It has been a crazy week. My boyfriend had his second cataract surgery on Tuesday.  It was back to the doctor on Wedensday for patch removal, and in between all of that there was work.

Thank the gods I am not working tomorrow.

There is one crochet related item to mention. I checked at a Goodwill, to see if I could find yarn and I hit a jackpot! A huge clear bag of yarn for $3.99.  I filled up twelve gallon zipperlock bags full of yarn.  If I ever say anything on here about not having any yarn, please kick me in the shin and point to this post.

The high that I got from finishing my mom’s Christmas is wearing off. I am going to get working on my next gift project. I am going to give felting a try.  

I swear there are other things going on in my life besides crochet. Or maybe I am just trying to convince myself of that.

My little melt down did not cause me to give up the hook. In fact I am working on my first big project, a lapghan. I am six rows into it, and I have succesfully changed colors! This is going to be very pretty, and fall like. I will be sure to get a picture up.

I got a really nice surprise in my inbox yesterday. This lovely lady, sent me instructions on how to make a pretty granny square and she even included step by step pictures.  I thought it was very sweet that she took the time to do that for me. I really appreciate it, and someday I will show her how much. (oh dear that almost sounded like a threat)